QUICK SUMMARY
A young girl died following a vehicle-pedestrian crash in Boise at the intersection of N Harrison Blvd and W Ada St. The incident occurred around 4:42 p.m. when both the driver of a pickup truck and the pedestrian entered the intersection, leading to the tragic collision.
Boise Police are investigating a fatal crash that resulted in the death of a young girl earlier today. The incident occurred around 4:42 p.m. at the intersection of N Harrison Blvd and W Ada St, when a pickup truck collided with the pedestrian. Paramedics rushed the girl to a local hospital, but she tragically passed away later in the evening. Preliminary investigations indicate the truck driver stopped at a stop sign before attempting to turn right into the intersection, where the pedestrian was also present. The Boise Police Crash Reconstruction Team and Violent Crime Unit detectives are conducting the ongoing investigation, having temporarily closed Harrison Blvd. Chief Dennison expressed his condolences, describing the event as a parent's worst nightmare. The Ada County Coroner’s Office will release the victim's identity once next of kin is notified. Authorities are expected to provide additional information as the investigation progresses.